Power Struggle Flashcards

1
Q

Why was Trotsky asked to attend the Congress?

A

To explain his views on the way Affairs of the Party were being managed following his bitter attacks

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2
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What happened when Trotsky was asked to attend the Congress?

A

He failed to turn up

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3
Q

Why did Trotsky fail to turn up to Lenin’s funeral?

A

Stalin told him the wrong date so he could claim Trotsky did not respect Lenin

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4
Q

Why did Stalin fear Trotsky?

A

For national reputation
He was Lenin’s right hand man
He had the support of the army + large sections of workers
He was considered Lenin’s natural successor

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5
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Why was it a mistake for Trotsky to give up his position as Commissar for Military and Naval Affairs?

A

He surrendered his only power base without a fight

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6
Q

What happened at the 13th Party Congress?

A

Zinoviev renewed attacks on Trotsky + called on him to refuse earlier claims

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What happened at the 12th Party Congress?

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Lenin’s Testament was disclosed, may have stopped Stalin in his tracks
In Trotsky’s absence, Stalin turned on him and accused him of factionalism

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